Ontario High School Graduation Requirements

Ontario High School Graduation Requirements

In Ontario, Graduating Students may earn an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), an Ontario Secondary School Certificate (OSSC) or a Certificate of Accomplishment.

To graduate in Ontario high school students need to complete:
  • 18 compulsory credits
  • 12 optional credits†
  • 40 hours of community involvement activities
  • the provincial literacy requirement
For further details and a breakdown of what course are included download the Ontario High School Requirements information sheet.

†The 12 optional credits may include up to 4 credits earned through approved dual credit courses.